On Jan. 12, 1966, the television series 'Batman,' based on the popular DC Comics, premiered on the ABC network and featured actor Adam West as Batman and Burt Ward as his sidekick Robin. Take a look back at the iconic show-turned-film that brought the Batman comics to life.

Look back the original TV 'Batman' series

Adam West and Burt Ward as Batman and Robin

The 1966 film "Batman" was originally intended to be produced before the series aired in order to introduce the television show to the public. However, one the series pilot date was moved up, the film was forced to wait until the end of the first season. The film was quickly produced in order to get it out before the start of the second season.